The inauguration of TUI’s new offices in Sousse, Tunisia Global Business Services, on January 28 marks a significant milestone in the group’s expansion in Tunisia. This strategic project positions the city as a key regional hub for TUI’s travel services, further strengthening Tunisia’s role within the group’s international network.

With the opening of these new offices in Sousse, TUI, the global leader in tourism and travel, reaffirms its ambition to develop high-quality travel services at the heart of the MENA region. Sousse is now a strategic center managing 320,000 trips annually. This development will not only provide a more efficient platform for travel management but also enhance TUI’s relationships with its regional and international partners.

The launch of these offices in Sousse also has positive implications for the local economy. The on-site team, composed of 150 employees, primarily works in English and German, two of TUI’s key business languages. “Our employees are trained to deliver excellent services and meet the growing needs of international clients. We are highly impressed by the skills and enthusiasm of our team, which reassures us that our international hub project in Tunisia has all the elements for success in the medium term,” stated Mr. Simon Cope, Managing Director, during the inauguration ceremony attended by a delegation from FIPA Tunisia, the main Tunisian partner of this new project.

The opening of this site in Tunisia aligns with TUI’s long-term strategy to strengthen its presence in emerging markets. In addition to its customer service and travel management activities, the company is also exploring collaboration opportunities with local stakeholders to expand its service offerings.

The inauguration of TUI’s Tunisia Global Business Services in Sousse is an opportunity to celebrate the strong relationship between Tunisia and the international group, which dates back to 1995 when TUI first began operations in the country through a partnership with a local player. By delivering top-quality services and leveraging its strategic position, TUI is paving the way for a prosperous future for Tunisia’s tourism industry and business travel sector.

Tunisia took part with a dedicated exhibition space at the largest international trade show specialising in modern technologies and innovation, CES 2025, which was held in Las Vegas, in the United States, from 7 to 10 January 2025. More than 40 Tunisian companies and start-ups took part in CES to promote Tunisian technological innovations and products on the American market and the world’s main modern technology markets via the Tunisian Innovation Hub pavilion. CES, launched in 1967, is the world’s largest trade show dedicated to technological innovation, showcasing previews of innovative products from the world’s leading companies and start-ups. The 2024 edition attracted more than 135,000 trade visitors and 4,300 exhibitors representing more than 150 countries, as well as 1,400 start-ups, with more than 250 conferences featuring 1,000 high-level speakers, where artificial intelligence dominated most of the themes.

The aeronautics industry is growing at an average annual rate of 8%, is characterised by a high level of management, has 80 companies, 90% of which export their entire production, and employs more than 17,000 people. The sector has withstood successive crises, including the COVID-19 crisis in 2020/2021, and Tunisia is Germany’s leading aeronautical supplier and France’s 3rd largest supplier on the African continent.

From Tunis to Tozeur, Tunisia is making a comeback in the hearts of French travellers! While the country still relies on ‘economic’ tourism, there are a growing number of initiatives to showcase the subtle charm of our Mediterranean neighbour. But to make the most of it, you need to know that administrative formalities are changing in 2025, and these changes came into effect on 1 January. From now on, all visitors must present a passport valid for more than three months after entry into Tunisia, reports France Diplomatie. There is no change to the visa requirement, however: it is not necessary for a stay of three months or less.

A consortium led by H2 Global Energy has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Tunisian government for the development of an ambitious green hydrogen production project. The initiative, with an estimated total investment of $6 billion, could make Tunisia a major exporter to Europe.
According to Hydrogen Insight, H2 Global Energy hopes to install between 1.5 GW and 1.8 GW of electrolysers. The project, which has yet to be named, could produce 180,000 tonnes of green hydrogen a year for export to Europe.
‘This strategic project highlights Tunisia’s potential as a leader in the production of green hydrogen and ammonia,’ said Waleed AlHallaj, Commercial Director of H2 Global Energy.
In addition to its benefits in terms of energy transition, the project is expected to generate numerous jobs and stimulate economic growth in Tunisia.